What is the cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Bolton?

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Bolton is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 58 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Wakefield to Bolton?

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Bolton is to drive which takes 58 min and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct train between Wakefield and Bolton?

No, there is no direct train from Wakefield to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Kirkgate and arriving at Bolton via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 34m.

How far is it from Wakefield to Bolton?

The distance between Wakefield and Bolton is 50 miles. The road distance is 47.3 miles.

How do I travel from Wakefield to Bolton without a car?

The best way to get from Wakefield to Bolton without a car is to train which takes 1h 34m and costs £13 - £55.

How long does it take to get from Wakefield to Bolton?

It takes approximately 1h 34m to get from Wakefield to Bolton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Bolton train from?

Wakefield to Bolton train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Wakefield Kirkgate station.

Where does the Wakefield to Bolton train arrive?

Wakefield to Bolton train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Wakefield to Bolton?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to Bolton is 47 miles. It takes approximately 58 min to drive from Wakefield to Bolton.

How do I get a train ticket from Wakefield to Bolton?

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Where can I stay near Bolton?

There are 3488+ hotels available in Bolton.

Wakefield to Bolton - 4 ways to travel via train, line 268 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Wakefield to Bolton by train, bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Manchester PiccadillyYork - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to BoltonManchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
1h 34m
£13–52
Drive 47 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Wakefield to Bolton47 mi
58 min
£12–17
Line 268 bus, train, line 471 bus
1. Take the bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Bradford Interchange Bus Station268 / ...
2. Take the train from Bradford Interchange to Rochdale
3. Take the bus from Rochdale station to Bolton Interchange471
4h 9m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Wakefield to Bolton47 mi
58 min
£95–120

Wakefield to Bolton by train

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1h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 50 mi
Duration: 1h 34m

What companies run services between Wakefield, England and Bolton, England?

You can take a train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Bolton via Manchester Piccadilly in around 1h 34m.

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